What does Preamble of One Flag for All Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To prohibit the flying, draping, or other display of any flag other than the flag of the United States at public buildings, and for other purposes,' aims to restrict flag displays at public buildings. The bill proposes to prohibit the display of any flag other than the U.S. flag at public buildings.

What does SHORT TITLE. of One Flag for All Act do?

This bill is formally titled the One Flag for All Act.

What does PROHIBITION ON FLAGS OTHER THAN THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES. of One Flag for All Act do?

This section prohibits the display of flags other than the U.S. flag on the exterior of, or in publicly accessible areas within, covered public buildings. Exceptions to this prohibition exist for specific flags, including those representing POW/MIAs, hostages, visiting diplomats, members of Congress's state, the Armed Forces, historically significant flags, public safety, national observances, religious organizations at military facilities, federal agencies, Indian Tribes, and local jurisdictions. The term 'flag of the United States' is defined by reference to section 700(b) of title 18, United States Code. The term 'covered public building' is defined by reference to section 3301(a) of title 40, United States Code, and includes buildings used by Congress, military installations, and U.S. embassies and consulates.

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One Flag for All Act

Last updated: 2/13/2025 · Introduced: 2/13/2025

Author: Diana Harshbarger (R-TN)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill restricts flag displays at covered public buildings, prohibiting the display of any flag other than the U.S. flag.
Exceptions to the flag display prohibition are made for flags representing POW/MIAs, hostages, visiting diplomats, and other specific entities.
The legislation defines 'covered public building' to include buildings used by Congress, military installations, and U.S. embassies and consulates.

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